South Dakota Bills

passed · South Dakota · House Feb 24, 2025

HB 1025: authorize the Department of Corrections to construct a prison facility for offenders committed to the Department of Corrections in Lincoln County, to make an appropriation therefor, to transfer moneys to the incarceration construction fund, and to declare an emergency.

This bill authorizes the South Dakota Department of Corrections to build a new prison facility in Lincoln County for offenders committed to the department. It includes funding provisions to transfer money to the incarceration construction fund and declares an emergency to expedite the project. The legislation directly affects state correctional operations and allocates resources for infrastructure development in the specified county.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

passed · South Dakota · Senate Feb 24, 2025

SB 199: support the betterment of South Dakota.

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passed · South Dakota · Senate Feb 24, 2025

SJR 506: Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, limiting to a flat rate the real property taxes.

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to limit real property taxes in South Dakota to a flat rate. It would directly affect property owners across the state by capping the amount of tax they can be charged on their real estate. The amendment would require voter approval at the next general election before taking effect. This change aims to provide greater predictability and stability for property owners by preventing tax rates from fluctuating beyond the established flat limit.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes ✗ Housing

passed · South Dakota · House Feb 24, 2025

HCR 6012: Urging the Supreme Court of the United States to establish marriage as between a man and a woman.

This bill urges the U.S. Supreme Court to establish that marriage should be defined as a union between a man and a woman. It directly affects the Supreme Court by requesting a specific legal ruling on the definition of marriage. The bill does not change existing laws but instead asks the Court to issue a formal declaration on this issue. It is a non-binding resolution that expresses the legislature's preference without creating new legal obligations.

introduced · South Dakota · House Feb 24, 2025

HC 8014: Honoring the outstanding achievements of Pete Bolzer, Chief of the Brookings Fire Department, and congratulating him on his retirement.

This bill honors Pete Bolzer, Chief of the Brookings Fire Department, and congratulates him on his retirement. It is a commemorative resolution that does not create new laws or change existing policies. The measure serves to recognize Bolzer's service and achievements in his role leading the fire department.

in committee · South Dakota · House Feb 24, 2025

HB 1108: create the McCook Lake contingency fund and to transfer moneys to the fund.

HB 1108 establishes a new contingency fund specifically for McCook Lake and authorizes the transfer of existing state money into this fund. The bill directly affects the state's financial management by creating a dedicated account for this particular lake. This measure does not change how the lake is managed or operated, but rather sets up a separate financial reserve for future use.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

passed · South Dakota · Senate Feb 24, 2025

SB 48: modify provisions pertaining to the registration of voters.

This bill modifies South Dakota voter registration laws to clarify how residence is defined and to allow homeless individuals to register to vote. It updates the legal definition of a resident to include people who intend to stay in the state for at least thirty days before an election, while also permitting homeless voters to list addresses such as a regular homeless shelter, the county courthouse, or a general post office delivery address. The legislation ensures that individuals who do not live in a fixed, permanent structure cannot be refused registration or declared unqualified solely because of their housing situation. Additionally, the bill amends existing sections to align voter eligibility requirements with the new residence definitions and maintains the requirement for applicants to certify their eligibility under penalty of perjury.

Topics ✓ Housing

passed · South Dakota · House Feb 24, 2025

HB 1076: modify provisions pertaining to improper collection of fees relating to assistance or referrals in a veterans benefits matter.

HB 1076 modifies South Dakota laws regarding improper fee collection in veterans benefits matters. The bill directly affects veterans, their families, and professionals who assist with veterans benefits applications or referrals. It establishes clearer rules about when fees are considered improper and outlines penalties for those who violate these fee collection standards. The legislation aims to protect veterans from excessive or unauthorized charges while maintaining oversight of the benefits assistance process.

Topics ✓ Veterans

in committee · South Dakota · House Feb 24, 2025

HB 1198: modify the tuition benefit for dependents and spouses of disabled and deceased veterans.

HB 1198 modifies tuition benefits for dependents and spouses of disabled and deceased veterans in South Dakota. The bill adjusts eligibility requirements and benefit amounts for these family members, ensuring they maintain access to educational funding under specific conditions. It directly affects military families who rely on state-supported tuition assistance programs. The legislation outlines updated procedures for verifying veteran status and calculating benefit distributions to affected households.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Veterans

passed · South Dakota · House Feb 21, 2025

HB 1263: revise the authority of the South Dakota State Historical Society Board of Trustees regarding state-owned property.

This bill modifies the authority of the South Dakota State Historical Society Board of Trustees concerning their management and use of state-owned property. It directly affects the Board by adjusting the legal framework that governs their decisions regarding real estate and facilities under their control. The key provision revises existing rules to clarify or expand the Board's powers in handling state assets related to historical preservation and operations. This change aims to update administrative procedures without altering the core mission of the historical society. The legislation focuses on procedural adjustments to property management rather than introducing new funding or policy mandates.

passed · South Dakota · House Feb 21, 2025

HB 1191: subject advertising services to a gross receipts tax, and to allocate proceeds to property tax relief.

This bill proposes to apply a gross receipts tax to advertising services sold within South Dakota. The tax would directly affect businesses that provide advertising services, requiring them to pay a percentage of their revenue to the state. Revenue collected from this new tax would be allocated specifically to provide relief for property taxes. The legislation aims to generate state funds through a new tax category while directing those funds toward property tax assistance.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

passed · South Dakota · House Feb 21, 2025

HB 1138: reduce a maximum property tax mill levy on owner-occupied single-family dwellings for school district general funds, and to repeal certain sales tax exemptions.

This bill modifies property tax limits for owner-occupied single-family homes in South Dakota by adjusting the maximum mill levy allowed for school district general funds. It also removes certain sales tax exemptions that currently apply to specific transactions. The changes directly impact homeowners and local school districts by altering how much property tax revenue can be levied for general educational purposes. These adjustments aim to modify existing tax structures without changing the fundamental purpose of school funding.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes

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